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Database Maintenance: 中華經典古籍庫, 中華文史學術論著庫

Due to maintenance provided by the vendor, please be informed that the following databases will be temporarily unavailable during the following periods.

中華經典古籍庫

Maintenance period: 00:00 on 15 Aug 2026 to 23:59 on 16 Aug 2026

中華文史學術論著庫

Maintenance period: 00:00 on 15 Aug 2026 to 23:59 on 16 Aug 2026

 

 

BCC Research (Trial)

BCC Research delivers comprehensive market intelligence and forecasting across the life sciences, digital world, materials, energy & sustainability, and artificial intelligence technology.

With five-year projections, market share analysis, and detailed competitive profiling, it helps researchers understand evolving global market dynamics and stay ahead of critical technology changes.

Key content covers:

Life Sciences: Medical & Surgical Devices, Cell Biology, Pharmaceuticals, and health maintenance

Library Orientation 2026

AI-Powered Discovery: Smart Research Tools at the Library
Library Orientation for New Students

Welcome to PolyU Library!

Embark on an enriching university experience with us and explore how the Library’s innovative services and AI-Powered resources can support you at every stage of your academic journey.

Join us to meet your Librarian and get tips on:

CathayPlay (Trial)

CathayPlay is a curated streaming platform focused on Chinese-language and East Asian independent cinema. The collection supports teaching and research in disciplines such as Chinese and Asian Studies, Film and Media Studies, Anthropology, Sociology, Gender Studies, Documentary Studies, and Contemporary East Asia.

Expiry date: 2 Sep 2026

Africa Confidential (Trial)

Africa Confidential, founded in 1960, is a long-established specialist publication that delivers in-depth news and analysis on significant political, economic, and security developments across Africa. Its content is widely used by national government agencies, risk advisory firms, multilateral institutions, universities, NGOs, think tanks, and multinational companies.

Remark: Access is available from Vol.67, No.11 (2026) onwards during the trial

Expiry date: 6 July 2026

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